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this summer?
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The Coalition's summer internship program allows students to further the mission and vision of the Sikh Coalition by helping to achieve legal victories, as well as educating and empowering the Sikh community. Our interns have the opportunity to gain hands on experience with a non-profit organization and will be participating in groundbreaking work for the Sikh community. Undergraduate and graduate students that apply should be hard-working, enthusiastic, self-motivated, flexible, and dedicated to protecting and advocating for the civil and human rights of all individuals.
Time Commitment
During the summer, we require a commitment of 5 days or 40 hours per week for a minimum of ten weeks at the Sikh Coalition's New York City, Washington, DC & Fremont, CA offices.
Types of Internships
ADVOCACY - (New York City & Washington, DC) From its campaign to integrate the U.S. Armed Forces to its promotion of contemporary civil rights issues in such diverse places as the public policy blogosphere, interfaith media, and Capitol Hill, The Sikh Coalition is rapidly emerging as a leading voice in the post-9/11 civil rights movement.
EDUCATION (New York City) - If you are interested in educating the greater community on who Sikhs are and creating a positive image for Sikhs in society, this internship might be right for you.
LEGAL (New York City or Fremont, CA) - The Legal team provides direct legal services to Sikh victims of hate crimes, employment discrimination, public accommodation discrimination, profiling, and other forms of discrimination.
Summer Stipend
Legal interns will receive a stipend of $1000. Advocacy summer interns who complete their commitment with the Sikh Coalition will receive a $500 - $1000 stipend, depending on experience. All other summer interns who complete their commitment will receive a $500 stipend.
How to apply
Interns are selected through a competitive process. Each applicant is required to submit the following to [email protected]:
1. A cover letter stating for which internship you are applying and the reasons you would like to intern at the Sikh Coalition and; 2. A current resume
The application deadline is April 15, 2010. Summer internships are highly competitive. Please apply early.
Class Credit and/or Work Study
In the past, some interns have received class credit for their work at the Coalition. We are happy to coordinate with your school in providing the necessary documents for these requirements.
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The Sikh Coalition is a community-based organization that works towards the realization of civil and human rights for all people. The Coalition serves as a resource on Sikhs and Sikh concerns for governments, organizations and individuals. |
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